Stress & Support Engineer - Graduate

Wood is recruiting for a Stress & Support Engineer - Graduate to join its Projects business line focusing on engineering, procurement and construction of complex plants in the Chemical, Petrochemical and Energy industries. The position will be based in Corsico (Milan) office, with the possibility to work from home up to two days per week.

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The Role

You will report to the Stress Analysis Lead and support the execution of piping stress analysis activities for assigned projects. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will contribute to the evaluation of piping system flexibility, compliance with applicable codes and standards, and the development of stress analysis deliverables. This role offers the opportunity to develop technical expertise in piping stress engineering while working under the guidance of experienced engineers.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across chemical, petrochemical, oil&gas and emerging energy sectors
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid working where relevant
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Compensation – details provided at the end of the job advert
• Benefits package; Free shuttle bus from Metro station to the office, company canteen, biannual free medical check-up, free company parking, extra-working accidents insurance
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

The key objectives for this role are:

• Support the execution of piping stress analysis activities for process and utility piping systems
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of stress analysis models using industry-standard software
• Perform basic flexibility, sustained, thermal, displacement and occasional load analyses under supervision
• Review piping layouts, P&IDs, line lists and supporting engineering documentation as input for stress analysis activities
• Assist in the development of stress analysis reports and related engineering deliverables
• Support the evaluation and selection of pipe supports, spring supports and restraint systems
• Develop familiarity with piping components, including pipes, fittings, flanges, valves, gaskets, bolting and specialty items
• Coordinate with Piping Design, Mechanical, Civil & Structural and Process Engineering disciplines to ensure proper implementation of stress analysis requirements
• Participate in model reviews and contribute to the identification and resolution of piping stress-related issues
• Ensure assigned activities are performed in accordance with project specifications, applicable codes and company procedures
• Assist in the verification of nozzle loads on static and rotating equipment
• Support the preparation of engineering calculations and documentation for internal and client reviews
• Perform stress analysis activities using dedicated software tools, including CAESAR II or equivalent systems
• Contribute to the timely delivery of project activities while maintaining quality standards

We are looking for newly graduates or engineers with 1-3 years of experience in a similar role, but at Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Fluent Italian and good English
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong willingness to learn and develop technical competencies in piping stress analysis
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Availability to be relocated abroad

Desirable:

• Previous experience in similar role